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BMW Z3

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,895 cc

Y276 DKBMOT history

Y276 DKB is a silver petrol BMW Z3 first used on 27 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 95,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

Y276 DKB silver BMW Z3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW Z3, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2025
Mileage
95,431 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y276 DKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
Z3
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,895 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y276 DKB was last recorded at 95,431 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 1,289 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,142 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,289 miles
Average per year
3,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,431 miles
  • 2024 – 94,142 miles
  • 2023 – 93,606 miles
  • 2022 – 91,569 miles
  • 2021 – 90,484 miles
  • 2020 – 90,288 miles
  • 2019 – 88,224 miles
  • 2018 – 86,542 miles
  • 2017 – 79,380 miles
  • 2016 – 72,141 miles
  • 2015 – 67,428 miles
  • 2014 – 65,484 miles
  • 2013 – 61,352 miles
  • 2012 – 53,870 miles
  • 2011 – 51,296 miles
  • 2010 – 48,020 miles
  • 2009 – 44,076 miles
  • 2008 – 40,128 miles
  • 2007 – 35,540 miles
  • 2006 – 30,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,431 miles
  • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front and rear of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front and rear of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective going opaque,pattern still visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective going opaque,pattern still visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded and pitted braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various suspension components corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 4mm and perishing 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm ,cuts deep but cant see cords yet and bald inner edge and perishing 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm ,cuts deep but cant see cords yet and bald inner edge and perishing 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded and pitted braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Both front shocks are corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,431 miles (+1,289)4 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,431 miles
    Test number
    726492730961
    • MajorNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front and rear of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front and rear of sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective going opaque,pattern still visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective going opaque,pattern still visible (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded and pitted braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened various suspension components corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 4mm and perishing 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm ,cuts deep but cant see cords yet and bald inner edge and perishing 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm ,cuts deep but cant see cords yet and bald inner edge and perishing 225/50/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily corroded and pitted braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass94,142 miles (+536)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    94,142 miles
    Test number
    650612415826
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50zr16w (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass93,606 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    93,606 miles
    Test number
    950070603707
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocks are corroded

  4. Fail93,606 miles (+3)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,606 miles
    Test number
    524325438019
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocks are corroded

  5. Fail93,603 miles (+2,034)6 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,603 miles
    Test number
    624995790120
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocks are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Diff. oil leak

  6. Pass91,569 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,569 miles
    Test number
    946066688663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail91,567 miles (+629)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,567 miles
    Test number
    900273858169
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass90,938 miles (+15)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    90,938 miles
    Test number
    384504280945
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside rear metal pipe from hose to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to nearside front hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to offside front hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front lowers (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail90,923 miles (+439)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,923 miles
    Test number
    814993868905
    • MajorBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded nearside rear most hose to calliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded offside rear most hose to calliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded pipe on offside rear from hose to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside rear metal pipe from hose to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to nearside front hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to offside front hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front lowers (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass90,484 miles (+196)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    90,484 miles
    Test number
    119404064654
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass90,288 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    90,288 miles
    Test number
    852303590582
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail90,279 miles (+2,055)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,279 miles
    Test number
    983130604129
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides to caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension components heavily corroded

  13. Pass88,224 miles (+1,682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,224 miles
    Test number
    247192029927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear and offside rear suspension arms very slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass86,542 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    86,542 miles
    Test number
    359406933367
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (higher) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNo spare wheel
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe corroded
    • AdvisorySlight power steering fluid leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface rust

  15. Fail86,542 miles (+7,162)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,542 miles
    Test number
    790522045505
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (higher) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNo spare wheel
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe corroded
    • AdvisorySlight power steering fluid leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body surface rust

  16. Pass79,380 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,380 miles
    Test number
    562151717506
    • AdvisoryEngine overheating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail79,380 miles (+7,239)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,380 miles
    Test number
    868189634360
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine overheating
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass72,141 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    72,141 miles
    Test number
    155811811632
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryEmissions high for age and type of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryMajor oil leak at engine.

  19. Fail72,096 miles (+4,668)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,096 miles
    Test number
    396111638626
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort parking brake (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryEmissions high for age and type of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryMajor oil leak at engine.

  20. Pass67,428 miles (+1,944)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    67,428 miles
    Test number
    175803125042
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass65,484 miles (+4,132)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    65,484 miles
    Test number
    597401644035
    • NoteOil leaks from engine.

  22. Pass61,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    61,352 miles
    Test number
    738550453057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,352 miles (+7,482)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,352 miles
    Test number
    797479643082
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass53,870 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    53,870 miles
    Test number
    627642172072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,865 miles (+2,569)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,865 miles
    Test number
    688301762018
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass51,296 miles (+3,276)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,296 miles
    Test number
    719551141196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine manament light lit

  27. Pass48,020 miles (+3,944)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    48,020 miles
    Test number
    902902340197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,076 miles (+3,948)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    44,076 miles
    Test number
    810162719146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass40,128 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,128 miles
    Test number
    924970828133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail40,125 miles (+4,585)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,125 miles
    Test number
    993439118188
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  31. Pass35,540 miles (+5,418)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,540 miles
    Test number
    703540427123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass30,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    30,122 miles
    Test number
    692834216100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y276 DKB

Does Y276 DKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y276 DKB expired on 24 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y276 DKB?
The MOT on Y276 DKB expired on 24 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y276 DKB done?
Y276 DKB was recorded at 95,431 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 3,193 miles a year.
Has Y276 DKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y276 DKB has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y276 DKB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y276 DKB find?
Y276 DKB failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front and rear of sill; offside outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front and rear of sill; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 13 more.

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